Job Details
Job Title: Senior Care Worker
Location: Bradford BD4
Salary:£35,000
Working Hours: Rolling 3 week rota, 24.5 hours per shift from 09:30 am until 10:00 am the next day; overtime may be available in other homes in Leeds and Bradford.
Service: Childrens Home
Service Users: Young People (YPs) with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), Trauma, Neglect, Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE), and Child Criminal Exploitation (CCE)
Home: Solo Home
Qualifications
* Level 3 Children and Young People Workforce or equivalent (Essential) or 50% complete
* Level 5 Leadership and Management (Desirable)
Experience in Years Required
* Experience working with challenging children in a residential setting (Essential)
Employment Type
Permanent
The Home
* Number of Beds: Solo home (1:1 or 2:1 staffing) or Two-bed home (2:1 staffing)
* Location: Bradford
* Type of YPs: EBD, Trauma, Neglect, CSE, CCE
* Ofsted Rating: Good
* Ratio of staff to children: 1:1 or 2:1
Who We Are Looking For…
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Senior Care Worker who is committed to making a difference in the lives of young people. The ideal candidate will have:
* A strong understanding of safeguarding and care planning
* Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented mindset
* The ability to lead shifts and provide guidance to staff
* Flexibility to work a rolling rota, including sleep-ins
Who You Will Be Working For…
A well-established residential care provider
Growing organisation with plans for expansion
A team that prioritises high-quality care and development
Why This Home & Company?
* Progression Opportunities– Grow into a leadership role
* Qualification Support– Training and career development available
* Benefits– Competitive salary, supportive team, and structured rota
* Ethos– Child-focused, trauma-informed approach
* Culture– Inclusive, professional, and team-driven
Additional Requirements
* Driving licence and access to a vehicle (Desirable)
* Willingness to complete sleep-in shifts (Essential)
* Must be over 21 (Genuine Occupational Requirement – Equality Act 2010)
* Basic IT skills (Essential)
Sponsorship is not available
Individuals with only CQC experience and who have not worked in an Ofsted Registered Childrens Home will not be considered.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and would like to join a professional and dedicated team, we encourage you to apply today.
To apply, click the apply button or contact us for more information. For a confidential chat, email us at job@sgscare.co.uk
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